Project Manager

Positions Available - Project Manager - Elkhart, IN Elkhart, IN We are seeking an experienced and energetic Project Manager with a passion for audio and managing numerous projects simultaneously. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication and organizational skills, be self‑motivated, able to multi‑task and work efficiently. The Project Manager will collaborate with the Product Management team or Customer, Engineering development resources, sourcing, manufacturing operations, Quality, and Executive Management team to manage all phases of the Stage Gate development from new product proposals to mass production for the Commercial business. The Project Manager will determine the most efficient methods to ensure project objectives and deadlines are achieved. This role is hybrid, requiring 3 days per week in the office, and 2 days remote. Looking for qualified candidates in the Elkhart, IN market. Essential Functions Project Planning — Interface with the functional support team(s) to document the project major milestone timing, budget spending, financial business case metrics and risk management efforts to present for executive review and approval. Plan the most efficient way to ensure project objectives, technical requirements and deadlines are met to include meetings, testing, adjustments, and training. Commercial representative to contractors and end‑users while working closely with sales and accounting contacts to ensure everything is proceeding as planned. Project Execution — Work with all functional groups of the organization to shepherd project through the Stage Gate process. Monitor — Review inputs and outputs of the stage gate process and update the project plan as needed. Communicate — Throughout the execution of the product development stage gates periodically communicate status and changes to the project team, executive team and the product owner or customer. Coordinate — Act as liaison between Sales, Manufacturing, and Engineering Departments to ensure accurate order fulfillment. Create a timeline schedule to show major task duration and dependencies of the project deliverables. Establish and control a budget to reflect estimated and actual spending for capital and operational expenses. Maintain the project financial metrics to reflect changes in the business case. Identify risks to the timeline, budget, business case or technical requirements and propose mitigation or contingency plans. Schedule and conduct project status and stage gate review meetings as needed. Maintain accurate equipment list and timelines regarding testing and delivery dates. Work with sourcing team to create a sourcing strategy for components and submit PO reqs to ensure items from third‑party vendors, manufacturers are ordered and received in time to meet project milestones. Coordinate project hardware and custom software DVPR efforts to meet delivery requirements. Handle multiple projects simultaneously. Education High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business preferred Experience 3-5 years experience in development of new commercial audio products and bringing them to market 3-5 years in related industry – system related products, audio system design, project management and technical support Computer Skills Proficient with all MS Office Software (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook) Proficient with MS Project or equivalent scheduling tools Proficient understanding and knowledge with computer‑based audio systems preferred Proficient understanding and knowledge of basic audio principals, Audio/Visual system contracting and basic networking Ability to learn MiTek's internal computer systems Other Requirements Ability to work with outside and inside vendors Ability to maintain accounts/orders Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy in preparing and entering technical information Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Must be authorized to work in the United States. MiTek/AtlasIED is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr MiTek Corporation